October 5, 2020 A Message from the Bishop and the Companion Diocese Committee Dear Disciples of Rupert’s Land, Our Companion Diocese Committee has received an urgent request from Bishop Michael Lubowa of the Diocese of Central Buganda. The government in Uganda has allowed the churches to reopen in October but
For those Anglican Communities outside of the code Orange restricted area in Manitoba, please accept this communique for your interest, and ongoing discernment of God’s call to the Body of Christ in your locality. Dear Disciple Leaders affected by code Orange, Through these extraordinary days you have answered the call
We ask that you pray for the 117th Session of Synod of the Diocese of Rupert’s Land. Please pray for all those involved, the selected delegates and our Bishop Geoffrey Woodcroft, and for their work and discernment leading up to the virtual meeting on October 17. The in-person meeting of Synod 2020 is being
MCC is looking for a Communications Intern! The Communications Intern is a creative multimedia storyteller tasked with producing engaging and inspiring content about MCC’s local and provincial activities. The Communications Intern assists the Marketing and Communications Coordinator in content development and supports various departments with their communications needs, ensuring that
St. John’s College is looking for a Development Coordinator. The Development Coordinator works closely with the Development Officer, College Administration, Alumni, Fellows and the larger St John’s College community to provide administrative assistance to the Development Officer in support of strategic fundraising and communications initiatives for the College as well
St. John’s College invites dynamic, self-motivated, and creative individuals to apply for the position of Ecumenical Chaplain / Spiritual Advisor. The ecumenical chaplain is supported by the Anglican and Lutheran traditions, but serves as a mentor and support person for all students of all faiths. Faith-based initiatives with students will
Bishop Geoff Woodcroft and members of St Aidan’s Anglican Church were seen (and heard) cheering on David Pollendine of International Justice Mission as he rode his bike past 274 Campbell Street on July 8. Part of the Just Move campaign to raise awareness for those #unsafeinlockdown, David aims to visit
November’s issue is devoted to the stories of people who have felt called to the church—those who have chosen to stay. In our first feature, Theo Robinson gives a testimony of his journey towards becoming one of Canada’s first transgender priests in the Anglican Church. Lynda Wolf writes about her first encounters
The Rev. Deacon Ed Maddock has served God as a deacon for 45 years as of April 21, 2020. I am honoured to serve alongside such a faithful servant and perhaps our oldest serving Deacon in this diocese, and possibly in Canada. Ed is 94 years old and faithfully reads
What to Do and Be Now They went to a place called Gethsemane; and he said to his disciples, “Sit here while I pray.” He took with him Peter and James and John, and began to be distressed and agitated. –Mark 14.32-33 Since Friday, March 12, the Diocese of Rupert’s
Draw your Church together, O Lord, into one great company of disciples, together following our Lord Jesus Christ into every walk of life, together serving him in his mission to the world, and together witnessing to his love on every continent and island. We ask this in his name and
“What is the Coronavirus?” Watch a five-minute video by Dr. Peter Lin about the cause of the virus and its prevention. Although the risk of infection is low at this time, the Diocese of Rupert’s Land has issued new guidelines for public worship, in order to stay on the safe
The Diocese of Rupert’s Land and St. John’s College have co-sponsored an eighteen-hour online course aimed at increasing knowledge and understanding of the issues face by Indigenous peoples in Canada, and particularly within the area covered by our diocese. The course covers subjects including the history of contact with Europeans,
Calling all cantors! This invitation is intended for all persons who have a need or desire to improve their chant skills and other singing! At the invitation of Helen Kennedy, whose idea this was, we are forming a group to workshop some musical skills intended for liturgical use, designed for
An exciting milestone was reached on Sunday, February 9, 2020, when the fledgling Interlake Regional Shared Ministry celebrated the installation and commissioning of Rev. John Dut and Rev. Theo Robinson to serve the six-member congregations in four widespread communities. Presiding ministers were Jason Zinko, Bishop of the MNO Synod, and
In December 2019, St. Paul’s, Fort Garry, led by the commitment and organizing efforts of our interim minister, the Rev. Canon Mary Lysecki and myself, held a Write for Rights petition-signing bee in solidarity with the Indigenous community of Grassy Narrows. They were joining forces with other communities of faith
It is now 2020 and a good time to reflect on the work of Rupert’s Land Wechetowin since 2012. We are in the process of discerning God’s continuing call to us and to dream forward on how to build towards next steps and goals. God is calling us as Anglicans
Update March 24, 2020: We are planning on going ahead with both events, on April 25 and on May 9, via video conference. If those who have already signed up will not have the technology to access the event in this way, we can offer refunds. (And if you’re nervous
In this month’s issue, an article by Janet Ross from the Centre for Christian Studies shares experiences of transformation from those who’ve participated in leadership and discipleship training at CCS.
April is National Poetry Month, and we have included a poem titled “Spring Delight in Praise of God (IV)” from the book Wonder-work: Selected Sonnets of Catharina Von Greiffenberg co-translated by Joanne Epp, Sally Ito, and Sarah Klassen.
Next, an interview with The Rev. Wilson Akinwale explores his new position as National President and the Board Chair of the Black Anglicans of Canada and his role on the Evangelical Lutheran anti-racism task force. Akinwale speaks to the joys and challenges of these new roles and his hopes for a Black Anglican Church in Canada.
The Rev. Helen Holbrook discusses a recent workshop on change journeys that she led at Holy Trinity aimed at helping parishioners talk through difficult periods of change in their church communities.
The Rev. Theo Robinson shares an announcement of a joint committee struck between Anglicans and Lutherans to respond to rising anti-2SLGTQIA+ rhetoric and provide community support for those within the MNO Synod and the Diocese of Rupert’s Land.
And finally, a parish profile on Stonewall Church of the Ascension offers a window into the faith community of this parish which extends far beyond the walls of the church, into the town of Stonewall and beyond.
I hope you enjoy this month’s articles.
Read and download the April issue here.
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